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Chris Witherspoon, 53, of Morganton, NC passed away surrounded by his family and friends on Thursday, June 22, 2023. He was born on February 15, 1970 in Burke County where he was raised by his loving parents, Odell and Mary Ellen Witherspoon. He was a member of First United Methodist Church all of his life. Chris had a contagious smile and a personality everyone loved. He was a loyal friend to all and never complained throughout his journey of declining health. Chris was named Surveyor of the Year multiple times. He recently was named Distinguished Person of the Year in 2022 by the Morganton Rotary Club. Chris loved his family dearly and was the best son, husband, dad, brother and father figure to many. He was the Director of the FUMC Wood Ministry and a member of the Morganton Men’s Club. He was also involved in several other community ministries.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife, of almost 26 years, Tanya Witherspoon; children, Carson Witherspoon and Allie Witherspoon; sisters, Leslie Carpenter (Jeremy) and Jamie Sisk (Clay); nieces and nephews, Tucker and Courtney Sisk, Tanner and Abigail Carpenter, and Gavin Johnson; a bonus daughter, Morgan McGhee; many special friends; and his canine companion, Trooper.
He was preceded in death by his biological father, Johnny Black and three sets of grandparents.
The family will receive friends from 12:30pm – 2:00pm on Tuesday, June 27, 2023 in the fellowship hall of First United Methodist Church of Morganton. A memorial service will follow at 2:00pm in the church with Rev. Dana McKim officiating. The service will be live-streamed beginning at 2 pm, on the Facebook page of First United Methodist Church Morganton (https://www.facebook.com/fumcmorganton) or YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@firstumcmorganton9267/streams).
Memorial contributions may be made to the FUMC Wood Ministry or Amorem Hospice of Burke County.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Our prayers and thoughts are with you through this sad time and the time following. May Gods Love, Grace and Mercy give you Peace. We love you.
He was a great man. And a great friend to all . Didn't know a stranger . God bless the family and all his friends . My he put his hands around u and show u his love ... Tony Shelton
I remember Chris as a teen when Allan and I moved to Morganton...Leslie and Jamie were my girls...I loved all of you...Chris grew up to be a very special man...and loved by many...Rest easy now.....Prayers for Tonya the children Maryellen Odell and my girls...
Chris had the most beautiful smile. He was so sweet and kind when picking up his children in after school. He is a great example of a great husband, father and a true man's man. I loved seeing he and Tanya coming to pick Allie and always joking with her. He is a great man.
Chris was one of the best men I have had the privilege of knowing. His love of his God, his family and his city was inspiring. His sense of humor was fantastic. I loved his stories about Bigfoot and the festival in Marion. He never complained about the terrible ordeal he had to suffer. Always upbeat and positive. I am blessed to have known him. He surely is sitting at the right hand of the Allmighty.
I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Darlene & Mike Buff